1973
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
Dominant colour
Untitled is a 1973 ink by Heinz Mack, held at Museum of Modern Art.
This painting shows two big shapes that look like wings or fans. One is black, the other blue, and they meet in the middle. Tiny lines radiate out from the center, making the shapes look like they’re spinning. The background is a flat gray, and the whole thing feels geometric and precise. The blue shape has a slight glow, like light passing through it. The artist used a mix of printing methods to create texture—some parts feel raised, others smooth. Check out lithography to see how artists use this printing technique.
Heinz Mack is a German artist. Together with Otto Piene he founded the ZERO movement in 1957. He exhibited works at documenta in 1964 and 1977 and he represented Germany at the 1970 Venice Biennale. He is best known for…
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